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Re: Every Man Needs a Man Mentor

Олег — Sat, 16 May 2009 13:33:23 -0000

Thanks for news! The very useful information!

Re: The Art of Manliness Guide to Snakes Part 1: Know Thine Enemy

josh — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:24:24 -0000

wow creepy i hate snakes

Re: Asking a Woman’s Father For Her Hand In Marriage

Richard A — Sun, 03 May 2009 13:49:01 -0000

He won't refuse because, of course, many months ago, he had already given you his PERMISSION (not blessing) to court his daughter and in the ensuing months your behavior toward his daughter has only reinforced, rather than undermined, his earlier judgement of you that you are worthy (enough) of her.

The main difficulty with this article (indicated by the many objections) is that it requires a social context, and a certain approach to raising children, that is sadly lacking today. And unfortunately, restoring this laudable approach requires acting as if it were already customary.

Re: Asking a Woman’s Father For Her Hand In Marriage

Mitch — Fri, 01 May 2009 11:27:28 -0000

I asked my fiance's father when my fiance and I went to visit her parents, I talked to him Sunday morning before Church. He was a little suprised, seemed happy, and worried all at once (she is his only daughter and they are close). So he told me he would tell me his answer after Church (personally I think he wanted me to sweat a few bullets :-)

All in all he really appreciated me asking for his blessing, I was happy to ask him and recieve his blessing. My fiance would not have had it any other way.

Re: Great Lessons From Great Men

JaredOToole — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:13:42 -0000

"do the right thing" if you are always looking out for others and doing the right thing you will have success.

Re: Every Man Should Carry a Pocket Knife

SteveGad — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:13:01 -0000

As a child I'd take great delight in rifling through my grandfather's various jacket pockets, where each would contain the prerequisite hankerchief, and of course the pocket knives. He seemed to prefer bone handled knives, and each looked as old as he was. My brother is presently custodian of the collection, and I have my own couple of favourites I carry alternately.
I can barely believe my luck in stumbling across AOM, and reading about the kind of stuff I thought to be a lost arts. I carry a pocket knife just because previous generations of my male family have, so it's heartening to read of like minded folk.
My grandfather always carried a Nutmeg in each jacket too. I never understood this, and never asked whilst he was alive, so the answer was lost to me. Can anyone shine a light on this mystery for me?

Thanks for a great read, this Saturday morning. It's a pleasure to be among such schooled, and manly men. My first post, first of many I hope.

Steve Gad. Nottingham. England.

Re: Every Man Should Carry a Pocket Knife

Michael Luby — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:53:09 -0000

Now I finally know why a pen knife is so called, thanks!

While not as rugged as a pocket knife, I have found my Swiss Army Card invaluable. It is a thin piece of plastic that fits in one of your wallet's card pockets and holds tools you would find on a multi-purpose knife. The three tools I use most often are the knife, pen and scissors. Of course, the blade is small and can't do heavy duty work, but for most smaller cutting tasks it is very convenient. Having this item in your wallet is a great back-up to a regular pocket knife!

Re: Grilling the Perfect Steak

Übergrössen Mode — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 03:30:37 -0000

i think that some cant achieve the perfectness of steak grilling

Re: 25 Greatest Self-Made Men in History | The Art of Manliness

Michael Long — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:08:43 -0000

What is the true meaning of a self - made man ? Can a person who was born in a dumpster neighbourhood in Los Angeles who has nothing , no elite ancestrial background while without anyone to help him out in Life , able to through Hard Work , & own determination to create his own Fortunes ? That is the true definition of a self made man , like Mr Lee Ka Shing of Hongkong , if you ever read his history you would know that he really made his wealth through by his own determination to make it rich . That is Truely ....an honorable , dignified & well-respected self made man . I guess this list is a joke , perhaps only 2 or 3 person really qualifies as acceptable . WHAT A JUNK STORY !

Re: Growing a Manly Beard

Scott — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 22:09:20 -0000

I have wanted to grow a nice big beard for a long time. I finally decided to stop shaving and let it grow. It is getting pretty itchy but I am not going to let that stop me. Wish I had a way to make it a little less itchy

Re: Asking a Woman’s Father For Her Hand In Marriage

Lyndon — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:51:59 -0000

If you are asking for a parental blessing, why not, out of courtesy, consider talking to both parents at the same time? (unless there is a particular reason not to do this, for example if they are separated and don't get along)
If you exclude your potential future mother-in-law from this important discussion you might be getting off to a really bad start in your relationship with her.
Obviously check the situation out with your girlfriend beforehand - does she think it would it be best to talk to both her mother and her father at the same time? And would she like to be there too, or not? She is the best person to advise you on this.

Re: Why Being "Indie" is a Bunch of Bunk | The Art of Manliness

tommyms1972 — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:35:09 -0000

The indie identity is based on the idea of being independent from the mainstream. To this end, indie people buy clothes, CD’s, furniture, books, food, and concert and movie tickets that are not popular with the masses. Instead of going to Chili’s, they fidelity 401k frequent their local Thai restaurant; instead of going to Wal-Mart, they go to Whole Foods; instead of picking up the new Coldplay CD

Re: So You Want My Job: Nuclear Engineer | The Art of Manliness

grahamhmichaels — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:54:04 -0000

The job wasn't for me, but knowing that I made it through my entire enlistment with; an honorable discharge, my sanity, all the memories, and knowing how many people (guys and girls) didn't make it through, make me proud to be a veteran. I am a System Engineer at a nuclear power plant. I am better known as The Control Rod Drive (CRD) System fidelity 401k Manager. In a nutshell, I am responsible for monitoring and maintaining the ability to safely and quickly shutdown the reactor. There is no system more important to safety than CRD and, as such, I take great pride and painstaking care to ensure that I do my job to the best of my ability.

Re: The Virtuous Life: Temperance

golfman_story — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:11:00 -0000

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Re: Every Man Should Carry a Pocket Knife

ron lieser — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:56:25 -0000

For many years, I carried a small Gerber in my pocket, which eventually fell out and was lost. When I replaced it with the same model, I was pleased to discover that Gerber had added a clip to keep the knife at the top of the pocket, not down in the bottom with my keys and loose change. Years later, this knife, too, was lost and by this time Gerber knives were being made in China, so I looked for something American-made. (Look, I understand the concept of globalization, but can't a pocket knife, at least, be made here?) I bought a Buck knife from their company web site, believing that their products were American-made. Wrong. China. (Not that the site bothered to mention this.) Also, the site preaches an arrogant, born-again religious message that bugs me no end.

Now I've got my eye on a small, single-blade Leatherman. For me, all that's necessary is the one blade. Too many attachments and gizmos only get in the way. I use my knife almost every day for all the reasons listed in the article.

Except "weapon". Thankfully, it hasn't come to that yet.

Re: Growing a Manly Beard

Rocco — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 06:37:51 -0000

In response to several ill informed comments regarding women hating men with beards - I’ve been bearded for several years now and I was initially worried what women’s reactions would be when I first started growing it ,being single at the time. If anything I’ve had more success with women being bearded than clean shaven - one considerable motivating factor was the reaction of a particularly attractive girl who worked in a bar I used to frequent who had never previously seemed to notice me. When I walked in bearded after an absence of a few weeks she remarked on how much she liked my beard and how much it suited me. Many other girls made similar comments - in fact most of the negative responses came from other guys. Fast forward to 2009 and I’m happily married with a son. The moral of the story is grow your beards guys and be comfortable in your own selves - don’t be put off by how you think people will react because how they actually react will often surprise you.

Re: Growing a Manly Beard

Rob — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:00:42 -0000

your a wanker.

Get a life.

Just because your too insecure to be comfortable with yourself.

Women don't hate beards. Every girl i've been with loved my beard.

So maybe your just assuming things to make yourself feel better about the fact that women won;t sleep with you if you've got a beard. I'm sure if that's the case you wouldn't get laid without a beard either.

.....

I THANK YOU... dickhead.

Re: The 10 Worst Products For Men Ever Created

Shaneb — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:42:21 -0000

hahaha yessss exactly, axe is for men who are too cheap to afford cologne and enjoy smelling like a highschool locker room.

Re: 100 Must-Read Books: The Essential Man’s Library

azraelthecat — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:40:52 -0000

Check out "The Golden Bough" by Sir James Frazer. Of Cannibals and Kings.(The Origin of Cultures) by Marvin Harris.

Re: Every Man Should Carry a Handkerchief

Kenny — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 16:20:56 -0000

Like many here, l carry handkerchiefs due to my father using them. At first, l refused but since my late teenage years l have carrying a clean handkerchief each day. I much prefer them to tissues and are much better for the enviornment. Couldn't even imagine using tissues nowadays.
I usually carry a spare hanky too incase someone else needs it.
The usual contents of my pockets are:
Front right - handkerchief, loose change, flat keys, car keys
Front left - wallet
rear right - mobile phone
rear left - spare hanky
Anyone else carry as much as this in their trouser pockets?

Re: Every Man Should Carry a Handkerchief

Kenny — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:49:25 -0000

Like some people here, l starting carrying a handkerchief due to my father carrying one. Refused at first but since a late teenager l have been using one ever since. Very pratical plus better for the enviornment.
Now in my 30's, l now carry two to lend to someone else if needed. However, l do have quite bulky pockets.
Right front pocket - handkerchief, loose change, flat keys and car keys.
Left front pocket - wallet
Back right pocket - phone
Left back pocket - spare hanky,

Anyone else here have pockets as bulky as mine???

Re: Every Man Should Carry a Handkerchief

adam — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:37:35 -0000

I asked my girlfriend for some handkerchiefs for Christmas. She got me a set of three with my last initial embroidered on them. I carry one every day.

Re: Asking a Woman’s Father For Her Hand In Marriage

John — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 10:31:50 -0000

What if you live across the country from her parents and only see them at holidays or special events? I want to ask my gf soon and not wait until we go home and see her parents and then plan something after . . .

Re: The Art of Manliness Guide to Snakes Part 1: Know Thine Enemy

Anthony — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 09:51:06 -0000

It is amazing that the country with the most venomous snakes in the world is not mentioned here. Australia has the top 11 most venomous snakes in the world. Starting with the Inland Taipan or Fierce Snake which is 49.5 times more poisonous than a Cobra. (LVD) The most dangerous snake in the world has to go to the Coastal or Eastern Taipan. Australia has a good percentage of elapid snakes in the world and the common ones are point blank deadly. Check out the Death Adders. Fast striking and poisonous. Check out the Mulga Snake or King Brown as it is known here. Actualy a very large Black Snake with a massive venom load.

Re: 100 Must-Read Books: The Essential Man’s Library

Peter Zefo — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:43:22 -0000

Most shocking omission from both the list and the comments...no Tom Clancy?

And, the Bible detractors are amusing. Perhaps they need a fresh (or first?) reading. Mark is a good place to start.